Muskegon Public Schools of the City of School District
School District · Muskegon, Michigan
Avg Rating
4.7
out of 10
Schools
6
3 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,241
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.4:1
Avg Rating
4.7
out of 10
Schools
6
3 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,241
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.4:1
Evaluating Muskegon Public Schools of the City of?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Muskegon Public Schools of the City of as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Muskegon Community Education Center
Muskegon · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Muskegon High School
Muskegon · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Muskegon Middle School
Muskegon · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Michigan rank
#480 of 533
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-1.5
below Michigan avg
Per-pupil spending
$19,241
+$4,658 vs Michigan median
District size
3,196 students
Much larger than Michigan median
The short answer
Muskegon Public Schools of the City of ranks #480 of 533 Michigan districts by overall school rating. Muskegon Public Schools of the City of's schools with real test data average 4.7/10 across 6 schools. Its top-rated schools are Muskegon Community Education Center (6.5/10), Muskegon High School (5.3/10), and Muskegon Middle School (5.0/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Muskegon Public Schools of the City of
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (6 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Muskegon Community Education Center | 6.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Muskegon High School | 5.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Muskegon Middle School | 5.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Bunker Elementary | 4.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Oakview Elementary School | 3.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Marquette Elementary School | 3.1 / 10 |
See all 6 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Muskegon Public Schools of the City of
Muskegon Public Schools of the City of is a Muskegon, Michigan school district serving 6 schools. The district educates 3,196 students with a student-teacher ratio of 18.4:1. The district invests $19,241 per student annually.
With an average rating of 4.7/10, Muskegon Public Schools of the City of demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Muskegon Community Education Center, which has a composite score of 6.5/10.
In standardized testing, Muskegon Public Schools of the City of students show an average math proficiency of 14.5% and ELA proficiency of 24.5%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Muskegon Public Schools of the City of, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Muskegon Public Schools of the City of with test data.
Schools in Muskegon Public Schools of the City of
6 schools Elementary Schools 3
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 2
District Details
- State
- Michigan
- City
- Muskegon
- Total Enrollment
- 3,196
- Teachers (FTE)
- 174
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.3%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Muskegon Public Schools of the City of?
Muskegon Public Schools of the City of has 6 schools in total — 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Muskegon Public Schools of the City of?
The average composite rating for Muskegon Public Schools of the City of is 4.7/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Muskegon Public Schools of the City of?
Muskegon Public Schools of the City of spends $19,241 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Muskegon Public Schools of the City of?
The average student-teacher ratio in Muskegon Public Schools of the City of is 18.4:1.
What is the top-rated school in Muskegon Public Schools of the City of?
Muskegon Community Education Center is the highest-rated school in Muskegon Public Schools of the City of with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What are the test scores in Muskegon Public Schools of the City of?
Across schools in Muskegon Public Schools of the City of with test data, the average math proficiency is 14.5% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 24.5%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Muskegon Public Schools of the City of compare to other districts in Michigan?
Muskegon Public Schools of the City of has an average school rating of 4.7/10 across 6 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Michigan by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 4.7/10
- Math Proficiency
- 14.5%
- ELA Proficiency
- 24.5%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Michigan Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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